SIMEZA celebrates 50 years of grain storage innovation, global growth

SPAIN – SIMEZA, the Spanish grain storage specialist is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, marking a half-century of providing engineered steel silos to agricultural and industrial clients worldwide.

Established in 1975 as Silos Metálicos de Zaragoza, the Zaragoza-based company has evolved into one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of modular silo systems, offering solutions with storage capacities ranging from 8 to 25,000 cubic meters.

The company now serves a wide range of clients across the agricultural, industrial, and farm sectors in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America.

 “We have spent five decades focused on one thing, helping our customers store grain safely. Reliability, innovation and a renowned engineering expertise have been the keystones of our success. That’s what matters,” said Alberto Baena, chief executive officer of SIMEZA.

SIMEZA’s silo systems are designed with modularity in mind, allowing for efficient on-site assembly. The use of high-grade steel enables the structures to withstand extreme weather conditions, while integrated aeration systems help preserve grain quality by maintaining proper ventilation. These features have made the silos a preferred choice for clients looking for durability, ease of installation, and grain preservation performance.

The company operates under strict European Union quality and safety guidelines and holds the UNE-EN 1090-1:2011+A1:2012 certification, which governs the manufacturing of structural steel components. In addition, SIMEZA enforces rigorous standards for its suppliers, ensuring that every component used in its silos meets its quality benchmarks.

Throughout its history, SIMEZA has reached several important milestones. In 2000, it introduced improved corrugated steel sheet technology, enhancing the strength and resilience of its silos. In 2007, it relocated to expanded facilities in Utebo, enabling increased production capacity.

The company joined PETKUS Engineering GmbH, a German seed and grain technology provider, in 2016. More recently, in 2023, SIMEZA was acquired by Sweden’s Tornum Group, a global leader in grain drying and post-harvest systems.

The acquisition by Tornum Group has positioned SIMEZA to scale up its operations and offer more integrated grain management solutions. Tornum’s expertise in drying technology complements SIMEZA’s strength in storage infrastructure, allowing the combined companies to provide end-to-end solutions for the grain and milling industry.

This synergy is expected to meet the growing demand for robust post-harvest infrastructure, especially in emerging markets.

Grain storage is becoming increasingly critical in global food supply chains. As climate variability, post-harvest losses, and rising demand for traceability put pressure on grain management systems, companies are investing in more reliable and efficient infrastructure.

According to MarketsandMarkets, the global grain storage systems market is projected to reach USD 3.2 billion by the end of 2024, driven by the need for food security, reduction of post-harvest waste, and modernization of food processing.

Commenting on this trend, Baena noted that the role of storage in the food industry has grown significantly. “Grain storage is a crucial and first step for many food industry companies nowadays,” he said.

 “Reducing waste, increasing control over your factory and having a partner that you can trust are becoming more and more important in these times. We help our clients to succeed,” he added.

The company said it continues expanding its international presence while maintaining its Spanish manufacturing base.

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